Refrigeration and air-conditioning installers fit, service and repair cooling systems in buildings, storage and transport.
£25,000 - £45,000
37 to 39 a week (between 8am and 6pm)
You'll need:
You'll need to:
have a valid F Gas Certificate if you're going to work with fluorinated greenhouse gases
You can get into this job through:
You could study for a higher national certificate or diploma in building services engineering.
You'll usually need:
You may be able to take a college course, to give you some of the knowledge and skills needed to help find a job as a trainee installer.
Courses include:
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths for a T Level
You could train for this job by applying for an apprenticeship, such as:
These can take between 2 and 3 years to complete. They combine on-the-job training and off-site study with a training provider.
You'll usually need:
you can register for an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry Board (ACRIB) skillcard to show you are qualified to work in the industry
The Institute of Refrigeration has developed careers resources about refrigeration aimed at young people and teachers.
You can find out more about becoming a refrigeration and air-conditioning installer from the Institute of Refrigeration and the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry Board.
As a refrigeration and air-conditioning installer, you'll:
You could work at a client's business.
Your working environment may be cramped, cool and you'll travel often.
You may need to wear safety clothing and use safety equipment.
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